MHS I - CASE MANAGEMENT & HOUSING SPECIALIST

POSITION PURPOSE: Optimize the functioning of individuals increasing self-sufficiency and satisfaction in the living, learning, work and social environment of their choice through evaluation, monitor, linkage, and advocacy.  

POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:    Graduate from an accredited College or University with a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in the human service filed and have a minimum of one year of full time experience working with adults experiencing serious mental illness.

Licensure / Certification:    DCF/CCMS State Certified or eligible.  Maintain current CPR certification from the American Heart Association. Must have a valid Florida Drivers License.

Skills / Ability:    Possess knowledge of community resources, Community-Based Organizations and private providers of services to optimize the functions of individual eligible to receive management services. Good documentation skills, computer literate, ability to work independently, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES (THIS IS A NON-EXEMPT POSITION)

    Provide services to adults and children suffering from a serious and persistent mental illness who have complex needs and will require services to maintain or improve level of functioning, self-sufficiency and independence for at least one year.

    Maintain case load of no more than 40 consumers; wherein adults are considered one consumer and children are considered two consumers.

    Evaluate and discuss with supervisor consumer’s continued program eligibility as establish by 65 E 15 Guidelines.

    Maintain documentation as per 65 E 15; Medicaid and other state and federal regulatory guidelines.

    Develop and maintain resource database to facilitate linkage, brokerage and access to resources for consumers.

    Provide goal oriented and individualized supports through assessment, planning, linkage, advocacy, coordination and monitoring.

    Maintain communication with agencies and resources within the community to facilitate self-sufficiency and independence for consumers.

    Develop and updates Comprehensive Assessment and Comprehensive Service Plans reflecting individualized measurable goals in a timely manner (within 30 days of initial contact).

    Monitors and updates Comprehensive Service Plans when there is a significant life/status change in consumer’s life but at a minimum of every six months from initial plan.

    Complete a home visit during the development of the Comprehensive Assessment and prior to the completion of the CSP; and conduct home visits at least every other month for every consumer provided that it is approved by the consumer.

    Prepares and maintain documentation in compliance with contracting and regulatory agencies and not limited to verbal instructions from direct supervisory staff.

    Maintains consistent productivity, at least 80% of the established agency goal, per month.

    Submit/file required documentation in the expected timely manner.

    Maintain face-to-face contact at least once per month with consumers.

    Assume responsibility for the maintenance and auditing of all assigned consumer’ Case Management records.

    Participate in Performance Improvement Program and Peer Review as required.

    Procure contingency funds as provided by DCF procedures.

    Attends in-service and seminars to improve knowledge and skills in regard to position.

    Attends mandatory in-service training within prescribed time frame.

    Reports on a timely manner as requested by supervisor.

    Coordinate and assist consumers in obtain necessary transportation.  

    Maintains strong interpersonal relationship with peers, supervisor and other department personnel.

    Adheres to Behavioral Health Services Policies and Procedures.

    Participates in Behavioral Health Services Committee Meetings.

    Provides coverage in the absent of peers and maintains collaborative teamwork.

    Provide liaison and support to families/care givers of consumers, maximizing their involvement in the Case Management planning progress.

    Monitor consumer compliance with substance abuse treatment recommendations, and develop alternative plan of service if necessary.

    Report incidences and/or occurrences within the proper time frame as establish by CHI Policies and Procedures.

    Develop, document and up-date Mental Health Outcome Forms (every quarter) and FAR (every six months) for all enrolled consumers.

    Monitors and advocates for consumers needs while at CSUs, hospitals or RTF and upon discharged.

    Participate in CHI activities and special events as available, i.e. culture day, health fairs, holiday celebrations, etc.

    Collaborate in crisis management situations with other Behavioral Health Services staff, consumers and appropriate community supports.

    Develop and obtain housing resources within the community and share information with peers.

    Complete and submits weekly a daily report of activities to the supervisor.

    Communicates and solves problems through the proper chain of command.

    Provides services in a sensitive non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner to a diverse population.

    Maintain knowledge of the Housing First Model Development. 

    Provide case management services for residents of the Shelter Care Plus Program(s).

    Attend HMIS User meetings as directed/necessary.

    Access, update and maintain all Shelter Plus consumers’ information in the HMIS Service System.

    Prepare and maintain all documentation in compliance with Shelter Plus Program and provide input and support to appropriate staff when needed for grant submission/review/renew.

    Develop and Maintain liaison with Miami Dade Housing Agency and owner/landlords.

    Complete leases and contracts with landlord/owners and tenants.

    Maintain resource directory for housing. 

    Ensure and maintain updated Shelter Plus client’s files for internal and external audits

    Ensure that the initial certification and annual recertification’s are completed for tenants in a timely manner. (Housing Assistance Packet) 

    Notify the Miami Dade Homeless Trust of vacancies within the 2002 and 2003 Programs

    Actively participate in the yearly Notification of Funding Availability process. 

    Attend all meetings and trainings conducted by the Miami Dade Homeless Trust

    Maintain up to date knowledge of all HUD requirements (Fair Market Rates) 

•    Adheres to Confidentiality Policies and Procedures / HIPAA Regulations.

•    Provides accurate and timely documentation in patient charts within the same day of intervention.

•    Completes B&E (billing and encounter) forms within the same day of intervention.

•    Reports to work on time and ready to work with minimal absenteeism.

•    Calls and report to supervisor when absence/tardy due to illness and/or family emergencies.

•    Promotes a positive work environment.

•    Maintains flexibility in regard to expected or unexpected changes in the work environment.

•    Responds to administrative task appointments.

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